Following the tension of the Yorknew City arc, Gon and Killua transition into the immersive world of to find clues about Gon's father, Ging.

: They are invited to join a large group of players led by Nickes , who aim to clear the game through a collective monopoly on spell cards. Following Ging’s advice to "enjoy the game," Gon refuses the offer, preferring to play independently.

: Shortly after arriving, they are targeted by a senior player who uses a "Trace" spell on Killua. The episode establishes that while players are not supposed to kill each other, real deaths are occurring within the game.

: They arrive in a green, open field and quickly realize the game functions on a complex Card System . Every object, spell, and monster can be turned into a card, and players must collect 100 specific cards to win.

: This version focuses on the journey to the Hunter Exam site on a ship. Gon, Leorio, and Kurapika are the only ones who don't get seasick during a massive storm, impressing the Captain, who then reveals he is an examiner.